- Scientific Name: Cyperus alternifolius nana
- Hardiness Zone: 8-11 What Zone am I?
- Features: Parasols of ribbon like leaves splayed around the tips of tall bare stems contrast with small wheat colored flowers.
- Height: Grows up to 2-3 feet
- Cultural Requirements:
- Full to partial sun. In bright sun, clumps will be compact and the stems closely packed. Under shady conditions clumps will grow higher and be composed of fewer stems and larger leaves giving a more graceful aspect.
- Umbrella plant is happy growing in shallow water (about 6 inches deep) but can also handle drier situations (like in your perennial bed)
- Plant in soil with high moisture and a pH level of 5.6-6.5
- WARNING: In warm climates umbrella plant may be invasive so do not plant in natural bodies of water. Plant in tubs or otherwise confine roots to prevent runaway growth
All of our plants and snails are shipped directly from our nursery. Due to this facility being in a separate location, the shipping rates are as follows:
Plant Cost
| Shipping Cost |
| $0 - $48.99
| $19.99 |
| $49.00 - $98.99
| $14.99 |
| $99.00 +
| $4.95 |
Most marginal or bog plants prefer to be planted in 1-8" of water, on the first shelf of your pond, as well as the edges of streams and upper pools, are ideal planting areas.
